Senior Associate – Compensation Enablement

Compensation Consultant -IN
The Compensation Enablement Analyst serves as a strategic partner to the Compensation team and the broader enterprise, bridging compensation expertise with systems enablement and process optimization. This role is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining compensation-related systems that support effective compensation administration.

Key Responsibilities and Duties

Systems Management and Enhancement

• Configures, maintains, and enhances Workday's Advanced Compensation module and Payscale MarketPay to meet Compensation team and enterprise needs
• Gathers requirements from the Compensation team and translates them into system enhancements, reporting solutions, and operational tools
• Designs and executes User Acceptance Testing (UAT) scripts and supports HR in troubleshooting issues within test environments
• Prepares and formats data for loading into Workday using EIBs (Enterprise Interface Builder)
• Creates and manages tickets in Workday and JIRA to track system enhancements, issues, and team tasks
• Pursues and maintains Workday Advanced Compensation Certification

Process and Policy Development

• Develops and documents Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Business Requirement Documents (BRDs) for system configurations, enhancements, and technical processes
• Maintains system-related documentation to ensure continuity and knowledge transfer
• Documents technical workflows and configuration standards for compensation systems

Compensation Program Support

• Collaborates with the Compensation team to understand program requirements and ensure system configurations align with compensation strategy
• Supports compensation program evaluation, analysis, and administration through system-enabled solutions
• Acts as liaison between Compensation subject matter experts and system users to ensure appropriate compensation delivery
• Performs annual compensation cycle system administration tasks during year-end (September through March)

Analysis and Reporting

• Reviews and analyzes data provided via Excel templates and Workday reports by creating pivot tables and using formulas to validate data accuracy and identify issues.

Collaboration and Communication

• Works day-to-day under the direction of the Compensation Enablement Sr Director (functional reporting relationship)
• Partners with stakeholders on compensation system-related initiatives
• Provides proactive problem-solving and consultation on system and process improvements

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience with Workday, including configuration and administration capabilities
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including pivot tables, complex formulas, and data analysis
• Proven ability to create SOPs, BRDs, and technical documentation
• Strong understanding of compensation principles and practices
• Experience designing UAT test scripts and supporting system testing
• Proactive problem-solver with ability to work independently
• Willingness to obtain Workday Advanced Compensation Certification
• Ability to manage increased workload during year-end compensation cycles (September–March)

• Experience with JIRA for project and ticket management
• Background in HRIS systems enablement or business analysis
• Experience with Payscale MarketPay or similar compensation benchmarking management tools

Educational Requirements

• University (Degree) Preferred

Work Experience

• 3+ Years Required; 5+ Years Preferred

Physical Requirements

• Physical Requirements: Sedentary Work

Career Level
8IC

Related Skills

Analytical Skills, Business Acumen, Communication, Compensation Analysis, Compensation Strategy, Consultative Communication, Data Analysis, Data-Based Decision Making, Detail-Oriented, Executive Presence, Market/Industry Dynamics

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Company Overview

TIAA Global Capabilities was established in 2016 with a mission to tap into a vast pool of talent, reduce risk by insourcing key platforms and processes, as well as contribute to innovation with a focus on enhancing our technology stack. TIAA Global Capabilities is focused on building a scalable and sustainable organization , with a focus on technology , operations and expanding into the shared services business space.

 
Working closely with our U.S. colleagues and other partners, our goal is to reduce risk, improve the efficiency of our technology and processes and develop innovative ideas to increase throughput and productivity.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. TIAA does not discriminate against any candidate or employee on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, sex, religion, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected status.

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At TIAA, we're on a mission to build on our 100+ year legacy of delivering for our clients while evolving to meet tomorrow's challenges. We equip our associates with future-focused skills and AI tools that enable us to advance our mission. Together, we are fighting to ensure a more secure financial future for all and for generations to come. We are guided by our values: Champion Our People, Be Client Obsessed, Lead with Integrity, Own It, and Win As One. They influence every decision we make and how we work together to serve our clients every day. We thrive in a collaborative in-office environment where teams work across organizational boundaries with shared purpose, accelerating innovation and delivering meaningful results. Our workplace brings together TIAA and Nuveen's entrepreneurial spirit, where we work hard and work together to create lasting impact. Here, every associate can grow through meaningful learning experiences and development pathways—because when our people succeed, our impact on clients' lives grows stronger.

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